Alfreda Small

My communication style

My style is warm, conversational, and collaborative. You don’t have to have the right words or have everything figured out. I’ll meet you where you are, listen without judgment, ask thoughtful questions, and offer honest, supportive feedback to help you gain clarity and move forward.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist after seeing how often women, especially Black women, carry stress, expectations, and responsibilities while still being expected to keep going. I wanted to create a space where you don’t always have to be the strong one—a place to exhale, feel understood, and focus on yourself.

My goals for you

We’ll identify what isn’t working, what you want to feel different, and what matters most to you. Together, we’ll turn those insights into realistic steps you can use in everyday life, while making space to understand the patterns, emotions, and experiences that may be keeping you stuck.

Our first session

Our first session is about getting to know you—not rushing to fix everything. We’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, what’s been weighing on you, and what you’d like to change. You’ll also get a feel for my style, ask questions, and together we’ll decide what would be most helpful moving forward.

I identify as...

• Female
• Black or African American
• Christian